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Monday, 12 October 2015

The Maybelline Color Show Nail Enamels need no introduction. Since the time they were first launched till now, when many more enamels have been released under the 'Color Show' label, they have gained a major fan following, so much so there might not be many fashion conscious girls who wouldn't have heard/used one of these nail enamels. Reviewing the shade - Buried Treasure #221 today, one of the many ravishing shades amongst the initial releases.Product Claims: Make a bold style statement with Maybelline New York's Color Show nail color range.

Price: Rs. 75/-Volume: 6 ml.Shelf Life: 36 months.Directions: With one sweep, paint the first line of nail polish up the centre of
your nail starting from the base to the tip. For the cleanest look, be
sure to leave a small space at the base of the nail. Then apply color to
the rest of the nail.

The Maybelline Color Show Nail Enamels come as cylindrical, transparent glass bottles with a black colored screw cap which is engraved with the shade name and number. These bottles are attractive, compact, sturdy, travel friendly and have become the signature for all the enamels which have been released under the 'Color Show' label. The screw caps are provided with a brush attached on its underside. These brushes are soft and pliable, and help in easy application of the enamel. The shade Buried Treasure consists of a taupe base with the minutest hint of lavender undertones with gold particulates interspersed in it. The enamel formula has a perfect liquid consistency, neither too runny nor clumpy. Though a single coat gives a good amount of color, two coats are necessary to make the nails appear opaque. The enamel dries quickly after application to give a smooth, shiny finish without streaking of the color. While their availability in a wide range of shades makes them perfect to mix and match with the rest of your ensemble, their poor staying power lets them down. The enamel stays only for a day or two on my nails when applied singly without the use of a base or a top coat before it starts chipping. On the plus side, the formula is easy to remove and does not stain the nails while doing so. Ease of availability across the nation and a consumer friendly buying price makes them a hit amongst the users!

Pros:

- Available in pretty, sturdy and attractive cylindrical glass containers.

- The brushes help in easy application.

- The enamel has a good liquid consistency.

- Quick dry formula.

- Gives a smooth, shiny finish.

- Two coats give an opaque finish.

- Color does not streak.

- Does not stain the nails.

- Easy to remove.- Available in a wide range of shades.

- Priced to be easy on the pocket.

- Easy availability across the nation.

Cons:

- Poor staying power.

Verdict: 3.75/5. A good buy considering the vast range of shades available and the price, especially for those who love to mix and match their nail colors to their outfits, flaunting a new shade every single day.